Clarke Creek is a rural locality in the Isaac Region, Queensland, Australia. It is situated between Mackay and Rockhampton on the Old Bruce Highway. In the , Clarke Creek had a population of 32 people.
Geography The Marlborough–Sarina Road runs through from south to north.
History Clarke Creek State School opened on 17 May 1971.
Demographics In the , Clarke Creek was counted within the area of Valkyrie which had a combined population of 307.
In the , Clarke Creek had a population of 30 people.
In the , Clarke Creek had a population of 32 people.
Economy Despite the name, Clarke Creek Wind Farm is located in neighbouring Mount Gardiner.
Education Clarke Creek State School is a government primary (Prep-6) school for boys and girls at 44 May Downs Road (). In 2018, the school had an enrolment of 15 students with 3 teachers (2 full-time equivalent) and 6 non-teaching staff (2 full-time equivalent). The school has a tennis court, swimming pool, oval, playground facilities and amenities.
There are no secondary schools in Clarke Creek nor nearby. Distance education and boarding school are the alternatives.
Attractions Clarke Creek holds an annual campdrafting competition with people coming from across Queensland to participate. The campdrafting ground is located next to the school.
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